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        • DMA’S
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          DMA’S Announce Belfast Limelight Show for February 2027

          June 4, 2026

          Following on from the announcement that their self-titled album is set for release later this year, DMA’S have given fans another taste of what’s to come with new single and video ‘Hurracane’. Built on a […]

          AMANDA SHIRES
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          Amanda Shires brings her ‘Streetlights and Stars’ European Tour to The Limelight, Belfast

          June 3, 2026

          Amanda Shires has released nine acclaimed albums since 2005. In 2019, she founded The Highwomen, a groundbreaking Americana supergroup with Brandi Carlile, Maren Morris, and Natalie Hemby, created to address gender inequality in country music. […]

          GLEN HANSARD
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          Glen Hansard Announces ‘Don+t Settle – Transmissions West,’ Recorded Live at Berlin’s Funkhaus

          June 2, 2026

          Glen Hansard has announced that Don+t Settle – Transmissions West, the second volume of his new album Don+t Settle – Transmissions East & West, will be released on June 26th, 2026. Recorded over two nights […]

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          ALBUM REVIEW: Abrasive Trees – Light Remaining
          Album Reviews

          ALBUM REVIEW: Abrasive Trees – Light Remaining

          June 3, 2026

          Death, grief and frazzled nerves conspire on an epic odyssey to the dark side Totnes experimentalists Abrasive Trees have long sailed choppy liminal seas between the living world and whatever lurks beyond it. Their debut […]

          ALBUM REVIEW: Sparta - Cut A Silhouette
          Album Reviews

          ALBUM REVIEW: Sparta – Cut A Silhouette

          May 29, 2026

          Having spent two decades parsing the shifting sands of alternative rock, it takes something genuinely striking to cut through the noise. Enter Sparta’s latest offering, Cut A Silhouette. Spanning ten tracks across an urgent 33 […]

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          BOOK REVIEW: Y/N - Esther Yi
          Book Reviews

          BOOK REVIEW: Y/N – Esther Yi

          October 30, 2023

          K-Pop has reached an international audience. This year, BLACKPINK made history as the first K-pop band to headline a major UK festival at Hyde Park. The media’s coverage of BTS member’s enlistment into compulsory military […]

          BOOK REVIEW: Sophomore Songs by Clarke Geddes
          Book Reviews

          BOOK REVIEW: Sophomore Songs by Clarke Geddes

          August 29, 2023

          How does one become qualified to write a fictional music novel? The author of Sophomore Songs offers some clues. Growing up reading NME, doing a stint at Clash, drumming for several bands on and off, and […]

        • Classic Albums

          ‘Pop’ at 25: Looking back at the orphan child in U2's discography 2
          Classic Albums

          ‘Pop’ at 26: Looking back at the orphan child in U2’s discography

          March 3, 2022

          In March of 1997, 26 years ago, U2 released their much anticipated ninth studio album POP; for fans and critics alike, it quickly became their most polarizing release. There is a prevailing feeling that POP […]

          CLASSIC ALBUM: Duran Duran – Duran Duran 2
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          CLASSIC ALBUM: Duran Duran – Duran Duran

          June 17, 2021

          This week sees the 40th anniversary of Duran Duran’s self-titled debut album. XS Noize looks back on this momentous release from a band that would become the ‘Fab Five’ of the ‘80s. It was December […]

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          LIVE REVIEW: Midge Ure Delivers a Classy, Nostalgic Night at Nottingham’s Royal Concert Hall Credit: Alina Salihbekova
          Live Reviews

          LIVE REVIEW: Midge Ure Delivers a Classy, Nostalgic Night at Nottingham’s Royal Concert Hall

          June 4, 2026

          On May 30th, legendary Scottish musician and songwriter Midge Ure brought a nostalgic, polished and deeply enjoyable show to Nottingham’s Royal Concert Hall. The all-seated theatre was packed well before Ure and his band arrived […]

          Lone Assembly
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          LIVE REVIEW: Lone Assembly bring dark synthpop and post-punk atmosphere to London’s MOTH Club

          May 27, 2026

          When a proposed property development threatened the future of the 300-capacity MOTH Club, the support to save it far exceeded the venue’s maximum attendance. Around 30,000 people signed a petition to protect the much-loved Hackney […]

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          XS Noize Best Albums of 2018
          Round Up

          XS Noize Best Albums of 2018

          December 22, 2018

          2018 has been an incredible year for albums. The year saw the strongest new acts in decades release their debuts, as well as a number of alternative legends returning to top form. The world of dance […]

          The Best Of October 2018 PLAYLIST + ROUND-UP
          Round Up

          The Best Of October 2018 PLAYLIST + ROUND-UP

          October 29, 2018

          Welcome to the October 2018 edition of our monthly new music playlist, which is available to listen to and watch via YouTube. If you enjoy any of the songs featured here, we encourage you to support […]

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          IN FOCUS: Survivalist Bring the Thunder to Limelight 2, Belfast (with Foetal Juice, Existentialist & Suffer) Credit: Marc Leach
          IN FOCUS

          IN FOCUS: Survivalist Bring the Thunder to Limelight 2, Belfast (with Foetal Juice, Existentialist & Suffer)

          April 5, 2026

          As Storm Dave closed in on Northern Ireland, another storm was already gathering. Inside Limelight 2, Belfast, local metal titans Survivalist unleashed thunder of their own — a fitting backdrop for the release of their […]

          IN FOCUS// Ash ignite La Scala with career-spanning London show Credit: Denise Esposito
          IN FOCUS

          IN FOCUS// Ash ignite La Scala with career-spanning London show

          February 6, 2026

          On 3 February, Ash returned to La Scala for a blistering, high-energy London show. Packed wall to wall, the venue buzzed as the trio tore through a career-spanning set, seamlessly weaving in new material from […]

  • Gigs
        • December 10
          Gigs

          December 10 announce Ulster Hall, Belfast show for July 20th 2026

          April 2, 2026

          Britain’s brand-new boyband December 10 today announce December 10: The Next Step– kicking off in Edinburgh on Friday 10 July and wrapping in Dublin on Tuesday 21 July. “We loved our Introducing! run of shows […]

          White Denim
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          White Denim set for Belfast return with Limelight 2 headline show on August 27th 2026

          March 30, 2026

          Formed in 2006, for approaching 20 years White Denim has been celebrated for their fearless blend of garage rock, soul, jazz fusion, psychedelia, and experimental improvisation. Based for much of that time in Austin, though […]

          Tom Jones
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          Tom Jones to Play Dublin & Belfast Headline Shows This August 2026

          March 30, 2026

          Legendary Welsh singer and performer Tom Jones has announced a return to Ireland with a headline show within the idyllic grounds of Palmerstown House Estate, just 20 minutes from Dublin City Centre on Sunday 09th […]

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        • Col Gerrard
          Interviews

          INTERVIEW: Col Gerrard on his self-titled debut, touring with Boyzlife and what comes next

          April 20, 2026

          London-born singer-songwriter Col Gerrard has loved music from an early age, and that passion shines throughout his self-titled debut album. Drawing on a range of influences, the record takes listeners on an emotional journey, with […]

          Ganser
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          INTERVIEW: Alicia Gaines on the Architecture of Ganser and Discomfort by Design

          April 12, 2026

          Chicago’s underground has always thrived in the margins, and few bands embody that restless, art-driven spirit quite like Ganser. Formed in the city’s DIY circuit, the group have carved out a reputation for wiry, confrontational […]

          Elles Bailey
          Interviews

          INTERVIEW: Elles Bailey on the Story Behind ‘Can’t Take My Story Away’

          March 9, 2026

          Singer-songwriter Elles Bailey released her latest album, Can’t Take My Story Away, at the beginning of this year. Produced by Luke Potashnick, the album is deeply personal and quietly powerful—rooted in resilience, reflection, and self-ownership. […]

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        • The Hoosiers
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          The Hoosiers on New Album ‘Compassion,’ Toxicity & Finding Joy Again | XS Noize Podcast #287

          June 2, 2026

          In the latest episode of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar is joined by Irwin Sparkes and Alan Sharland from The Hoosiers. Irwin and Alan join Mark for a warm, funny and reflective conversation about […]

          robert arkins - the commitments
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          Robert Arkins on The Commitments, Jimmy Rabbitte and Life After the Film | XS Noize Podcast #286

          May 25, 2026

          In the latest episode of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar is joined by Robert Arkins, best known to millions as Jimmy Rabbitte in Alan Parker’s classic 1991 film The Commitments. Robert joins Mark for […]

          Nerina Pallot on 25 Years of Music, "Fire Escape Symphonies" and Why Hope Still Matters | XS Noize Podcast #285
          Podcast

          Nerina Pallot on 25 Years of Music and Why Hope Still Matters | XS Noize Podcast #285

          May 19, 2026

          In the latest episode of the XS Noize Podcast, Mark Millar is joined by BRIT and Ivor Novello-nominated singer-songwriter Nerina Pallot. Nerina joins Mark for a warm, honest and reflective conversation about her new career-spanning […]

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Mark Millar is the founder of XS Noize and host of the XS Noize Podcast, where he interviews top music artists and emerging talent. Known for insightful, in-depth conversations, Mark brings a passionate, fan-first approach to music journalism. Favourite album: Achtung Baby by U2. Follow on X: @mark_xsnoize.
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THE TALKS - Hit The Road For Extensive UK Tour
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THE TALKS – Hit The Road For Extensive UK Tour

June 16, 2015 XS Noize

The Talks are embarking on an extensive UK tour punctuated by European festival appearances, full details HERE In just a short space of time The Talks have built themselves a compelling live reputation across the […]

TRACK OF THE DAY: ELECTRIC LITANY - 'SILENCE' - Listen
Track Of The Day

TRACK OF THE DAY: ELECTRIC LITANY – ‘SILENCE’ – Listen

June 16, 2015 XS Noize

Electric Litany share ‘Silence’ from their forthcoming album ‘Enduring Days You Will Overcome’. Its dark ethereal sound and robotic vocals took me back to the early 80s. Electric Litany have been compared to Radiohead, but I […]

ROB BRAVERY - Shares haunting Michael Jackson cover - Listen
New Music

ROB BRAVERY – Shares haunting Michael Jackson cover – Listen

June 15, 2015 XS Noize

With the release of his debut single ‘Knock Out Ginger’ and follow up ‘Me, Myself and the Scurvy Knave’ his huge pop hooks and Massive Attack inspired production warmed the the ears of The Line […]

Copenhagen post-punks 'LESS WIN' announce first UK show for June 17th at London's Bedroom Bar
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Copenhagen post-punks ‘LESS WIN’ announce first UK show for June 17th at London’s Bedroom Bar

June 15, 2015 XS Noize

Allow us to introduce Danish trio Less Win, whose noisy slab of post-punk is a melting pot of angular guitars, distorted bass-lines and hard-hitting, precise, organic drumming. Their debut UK EP Further, set for release […]

BROKEN HANDS - Stream new space-rock track 'Meteor' - Listen
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BROKEN HANDS – Stream new space-rock track ‘Meteor’ – Listen

June 15, 2015 XS Noize

Canterbury’s Broken Hands have unveiled their astronomic new single ‘Meteor’, released on August 7th via SO Recordings. Following their sold-out show at Electrowerkz in March, the band have also announced the complete line-up to their […]

French-Cameroonian duo AIR BAG ONE debut new track 'You've Got Somethin'
New Music

French-Cameroonian duo AIR BAG ONE debut new track ‘You’ve Got Somethin’

June 15, 2015 XS Noize

Cameroon-born, France-based, duo called AIR BAG ONE have just shared their brand new single ‘You’ve Got Somethin’. Sitting somewhere between Everything Everything, Phoenix – and with more than a few nods to 80s pop as […]

Brooklyn, NY's INFINITY GIRL Releasing 'Harm' LP  on August 28
New Music

Brooklyn, NY’s INFINITY GIRL Releasing ‘Harm’ LP on August 28

June 15, 2015 XS Noize

Forged in the crucible of the Boston underground and now based in Brooklyn, New York, Infinity Girl is a four-piece American guitar band. The act emerged in 2012 with a startlingly whole and reverent shoegaze […]

TRACK OF THE DAY: RACETRACK GOSPEL - 'WISEBLOOD' - Listen
Track Of The Day

TRACK OF THE DAY: RACETRACK GOSPEL – ‘WISEBLOOD’ – Listen

June 15, 2015 XS Noize

‘Wiseblood’ is the debut track from Racetrack Gospel, the new project from Sam Herlihy, former lead singer and songwriter with Hope Of The States. The song premiered on Steve Lamacq’s BBC 6 Music show yesterday […]

BECK: UNVEILS NEW SINGLE “DREAMS” - Listen
New Music

BECK: UNVEILS NEW SINGLE “DREAMS” – Listen

June 15, 2015 XS Noize

Beck unveils the new single “Dreams,” his first release since Morning Phase took Album of The Year honors at this year’s GRAMMY Awards. A 180-degree turn from that multiple-GRAMMY-winning “instant folk-rock classic” (Rolling Stone), the […]

HIDDEN CHARMS - Announce new single + Full UK Tour
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HIDDEN CHARMS – Announce new single + Full UK Tour

June 15, 2015 XS Noize

London four-piece Hidden Charms will release their brand new single, “Dreaming Of Another Girl”, on July 24th, alongside an extensive string of UK dates. “Dreaming Of Another Girl” was produced by Shel Talmy, the legendary […]

THE JAM - "About The Young Idea" 2-CD Best Of Announced 2
New Music

THE JAM – “About The Young Idea” 2-CD Best Of Announced

June 12, 2015 XS Noize

UMC-Polydor, in association with Nicetime Productions Inc., is proud to announce the release of About The Young Idea – The Very Best Of The Jam. A comprehensive, 47-track anthology, released to tie in with the […]

THE SMALL FACES - ALBUMS SET FOR RELEASE ON 180g VINYL
New Music

THE SMALL FACES – ALBUMS SET FOR RELEASE ON 180g VINYL

June 12, 2015 XS Noize

Between spring 1965, when they began rehearsing at the Ruskin Arms in East London’s Manor Park, and June 1967, with their farewell Decca release, The Small Faces were emblematic of a fast-moving youth culture. Mod-ish […]

THE DISTRICTS - Share New Single 'Chlorine' - Listen
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THE DISTRICTS – Share New Single ‘Chlorine’ – Listen

June 12, 2015 XS Noize

The Districts will release ‘Chlorine’ as their new single on 17th July 2015. The track is the latest to be taken from their current album ‘A Flourish And A Spoil’ which is out now on […]

BEAR'S DEN - Announce UK & European Headline Tour
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BEAR’S DEN – Announce UK & European Headline Tour

June 12, 2015 XS Noize

Bear’s Den have announced details of a European headline tour for October 2015. Culminating with a previously announced show at London’s Roundhouse on 27th October, the tour will also include shows in Edinburgh, Manchester, Bristol, […]

THE MARKS CARTEL - share new track - 'Take Me Home' - listen
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THE MARKS CARTEL – share new track – ‘Take Me Home’ – listen

June 12, 2015 XS Noize

THE MARKS CARTEL release their brand new single ‘Take Me Home’ produced by Lee House their first release since signing to End Of The Trail Records ‘Take Me Home’ is released on 24th July 2015. […]

CARINA ROUND - Announces Remix Album - Tigermixes due out on 31 July
New Music

CARINA ROUND – Announces Remix Album – Tigermixes due out on 31 July

June 12, 2015 XS Noize

Following the release of her fourth critically acclaimed 2012 studio album “Tigermending”, British singer/songwriter Carina Round returns from a brief spell of touring and recording with her other musical endeavours Puscifer and Early Winters with […]

FUFANU release their debut single ‘Circus Life’/ ‘Goodbye’ on 6th April - Listen
Gigs

TRACK OF THE DAY: FUFANU – ‘Will We Last’

June 12, 2015 XS Noize

Fufanu follow up their Circus Life debut with an EP of brand new material. ‘Adjust to the Light’ is released as a 12″ Vinyl and Digital Download via One Little Indian on Monday 29th June. […]

LIAM GALLAGHER & THE WHO'S ROGER DALTREY Form Supergroup
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LIAM GALLAGHER & THE WHO’S ROGER DALTREY Form Supergroup

June 12, 2015 XS Noize

According to the NME, this week’s Chris Evans-hosted TFI Friday episode features Liam Gallagher forming a supergroup with Roger Daltrey and performing The Who’s hit, ‘My Generation’. TFI Friday is returning for a one-off live […]

JOANNA GRUESOME - announce UK tour for September
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JOANNA GRUESOME – announce UK tour for September

June 11, 2015 XS Noize

Cardiff noise pop group Joanna Gruesome announce a tour in support of their recently released second album Peanut Butter, out now on Fortuna POP! (UK) as well as Slumberland (US) and via Turnstile (ROW). As […]

HYDE AND BEAST - return with new EP ‘Hard Times Good Times’ on 24th July
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HYDE AND BEAST – return with new EP ‘Hard Times Good Times’ on 24th July

June 11, 2015 XS Noize

Hyde and Beast released their second studio album ‘Keep Moving’ last August to critical acclaim. The album was ‘Album of the Day’ on 6Music, and the title track was ‘Single of the Week’ on Shaun […]

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